Imaging Technologist II, Radiology

UNC Health; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care in North Carolina seeks a Registered Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray imaging and ensure safe, effective use of radiology equipment. You will interview patients, select imaging protocols, and record results in PACS/EMR while maintaining high-quality care.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Science program, ARRT registration, and at least five years in a clinical imaging setting. Onsite schedule is Day Job, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic science program.
• Five years of experience in a clinical imaging role.
• Registration as Radiological Technologist (ARRT).
• Experience reading and interpreting radiology orders.
• Experience with PACS.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging.
• Reads and comprehends imaging orders and consults with physicians as needed.
• Interviews patients to assess safety and risk factors.
• Uploads imaging results to PACS and records data in EMR.
• Guides patients through exams with clear explanations and empathy.
• Precepts and orients entry-level staff; coordinates patient flow with colleagues.

Skills

5 years experience

Anatomy knowledge

Radiology orders interpretation

PACS experience

EMR data entry

Education

Accredited Radiologic Science program

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary: Using radiological (X-ray) imaging equipment and standards, the Registered Radiological Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. As an experienced imaging technologist, this team member will work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the performance of their role.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging.
• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review. Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using knowledge of human anatomy.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
• Uploads imaging results into Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Records information into Electronic Medical Recordkeeping (EMR) system.
• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.
• Precepts entry-level staff and orients new colleagues as assigned. Collaborates to plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.

Other information:

Required

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science
• Five (5) years of experience working in a clinical imaging role
• Registration as Radiological Technologist from American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists
• Good understanding of human anatomy - can be established through education or experience
• Experience reading and interpreting radiology orders
• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Preferred

• Experience working with EPIC
• Registration in Bone Densitometry as issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Diagnostic Radiology

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARD RAD

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.